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Video Recipe: How to Make Zoodles Bolognese

May 29, 2019

Learn how to make this easy and nutritious dinner. Your favorite lean-turkey bolognese recipe will go perfectly with zucchini as a pasta substitute. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Nutrition
Tagged with: Pasta Night Recipes
Artículo - 13 Minute Read

Fueling Fertility: How Nutrition Can Improve Your Chances

May 29, 2019

Wondering what foods can help fuel fertility? Find out from our registered dietitian! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health, winter
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Baby Eczema: Understanding and Treating Eczema in Children

May 28, 2019

Does your child suffer from a recurrent rash? You may be dealing with baby eczema. Here's how to identify and manage eczema in children. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Skin Care
Tagged with: baby eczema, baby eczema symptoms, eczema in children
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New Vaccinations for Older Kids: When Are Kids Done With Vaccines?

May 27, 2019

Many parents are surprised to find that children need new vaccinations and boosters well into their teen years. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: boosters, disease, immunizations, teenagers, vaccines
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

How to Talk to Your Kids About Vaping

May 24, 2019

Whether you've found a vaping device, smelled new scents, or heard your child using new words, it's time to talk to your kids about vaping. Here's how. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: dangers of nicotine vaping, nicotine addiction, talk to your kids about vaping
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

What Is Metastatic Breast Cancer? Answering Your Questions

May 23, 2019

Metastatic breast cancer can be an overwhelming diagnosis. Learn more about what it means and what your treatment options are. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: breast cancer, metastatic breast cancer, stage IV breast cancer
Artículo - 7 Minute Read

Your Guide to Choosing the Best Prenatal Vitamin

May 23, 2019

You know that prenatal vitamins help reduce problems conceiving and nurturing a healthy baby, but what supplements should you take? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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Video Recipe: Garlic and Tomato Zoodles

May 22, 2019

This light and veggie-filled dish is the perfect substitute for pasta night. Make this zoodle recipe next time you are craving carbs. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Pasta Night Recipes
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Substitute These Low-Calorie Veggies for High-Carb Ingredients

May 21, 2019

Cutting calories or carbs? Here are six easy ways to replace not-so-healthy food with low-calorie veggies. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: apple chips, AskADietitian@upmc.edu, carb replacements, energy, fewer carbs, food processor, low calorie veggies, nutrition services, olive oil